BATTING PADS: should be fitted to the size of the batter, most pads now have Velcro fasteners the bottom, straps firmly fitted, the top strap reasonably loose to allow full knee movement. If buckled pads used make certain buckles are on the inside and straps folded back through buckle and not trailing out. THIGH PADS: Every Test, Shield and District player wears one, the top part of your leg is very vulnerable to a hard Cricket ball. HELMETS: Have become a very integral part of body protection you only have to watch Television to see how important they have become in the prevention of serious head injuries. CHEST & ARM PADS: are personal pieces of equipment and in most cases are not really necessary for junior cricketers unless protecting a serious injury.  SHOES: Leather, usually with spiked soles for grip on the grass.  Clothing:      Long pants, shirt (long or short sleeved depending on the weather), possibly a sleeveless or long-sleeved woollen      pullover in cold weather. For games played with a red ball, the clothing must be white or cream. With a white ball,      players usually wear uniforms in solid team colours. Add a hat or cap to keep the sun off. There are no regulations      regarding identifying marks or numbers on clothing.

 

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